The PhD is a globally recognised postgraduate research degree and the highest level of degree you can achieve. PhD students are critical, curious, creative thinkers who undertake original research over at least 3 years. This course is also offered at overseas locations. Physiology Physiology is the study of how living organisms work. A major focus is on understanding what goes wrong in disease. Physiology explores how the body works. It provides a rational scientific basis for the treatment of disease. At the core of Physiology is the acquisition of knowledge by observation, experiment and interpretation.
Physiology is highly quantitative and has close links with biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, mathematical modelling and pharmacology, as well as zoology and plant biology. A large part of medical research is centred on Physiology. It is an active and developing science that promises to be one of the most exciting disciplines for the foreseeable future. Where can Physiology take you? Physiology provides a great foundation to find employment in research or in the rapidly growing healthcare sector in New Zealand and overseas. Graduates with a Physiology background are employed in a range of professions, in areas that include: Biomedical science Clinical research science Exercise physiology Healthcare science Pharmacology Audiology Medicine Optometry Veterinary medicine This subject also available in faculty of science. Programme structure The University of Auckland PhD is a three-to-four year full-time advanced research degree.
On possible to the PhD programme, you will be enrolled provisionally. By the end of your first year, you must meet a number of goals to be confirmed into the PhD programme, including developing a full thesis proposal. After confirmation, you will continue to work on your research before submitting your thesis for examination after three years and within four years of your start date. The examination process includes an oral exam. As part of your PhD study, you can take part in our doctoral skills programme, designed to help you achieve success in your research and develop skills for your future. We have a dedicated postgraduate careers advisor, and our library service includes specialist subject librarians to help you in your research. The central School of Graduate Studies provides dedicated support and advice for the doctoral community.
Where could this programme take you? Our PhD graduates are successful in a wide range of fields and careers, as well as the traditional academic research career path. The PhD gives you extensive specialist and transferable skills, which are sought after in many sectors, including industry and government, and can even help you to develop entrepreneurship skills to run your own startup.